Peer
Boy namePeer has been given to 24 babies in the U.S. since 1953. It peaked in 1961.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
24
Peak year
1961 (7 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1953
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Peer — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Peer.
Sibling name ideas for Peer
Same era and popularity as Peer, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Peer?
Peer has been given to 24 babies in the U.S. since 1953. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Peer peak?
Peer peaked in 1961, when 7 babies were given the name.
Is Peer a girl or boy name?
Peer is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Peer are boys).
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